Gutters cost in Topeka, KS
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (160 linear ft)
- $1,200 – $3,950
- Per linear ft
- $7.60 – $23.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −5%
- US $2,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #171
- 1 = most expensive
Topeka homeowners pay roughly $1,200 to $3,950 to install gutters at 160 linear ft, or $7.60 to $23.50 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Topeka is 5% lower. Building materials run about 6% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 94.0).
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Estimated cost for 160 linear ft in Topeka, KS, standard level
$2,050 to $3,150
About $12.50 to $19 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 39% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,850 |
| Labor | $850 | $1,150 |
| Permits and fees | $55 | $120 |
| Total | $2,050 | $3,150 |
Cost breakdown for 160 linear ft in Topeka, KS
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $600 | $1,500 | $2,400 | 58% |
| Labor | $620 | $1,000 | $1,400 | 39% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $90 | $180 | 3% |
| Total | $1,200 | $2,600 | $3,950 | 100% |
Where the Topeka price comes from
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 3 trades: sheet metal workers at 40%, roofers at 30%, construction laborers at 30%. Weighted together, Topeka wages are 0.96 times the national level. Labor makes up about 39% of the midpoint estimate (38% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Topeka metro is 94.0 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 160 linear ft comes to $1,500, compared with $1,600 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (88.8) and land at $0 to $180.
When to schedule gutters in Topeka
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Topeka Muni Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
February through June and August through November are the stretches where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Topeka (9 of 12 months). January and December have an average daytime high under 45°F; July has an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
In January and December the average high stays below 45°F. Sealants, adhesives and some materials, such as vinyl, are harder to install well in the cold, and short daylight cuts the working day.
Topeka gets about 37 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 17 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and August (5.2 inches in May). Inside the workable window, February and November are the driest, at 1.3 and 1.8 inches. The station averages about 50 days a year at 90°F or above.
Does the season change the price? Probably, but we do not have a sourced seasonal price curve, so the estimator shows a year-round figure and does not adjust by month. When you collect quotes, ask whether scheduling in a slower month gets a better rate.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 40 | 20 | 0.9 | Cold |
| Feb | 46 | 24 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Mar | 57 | 34 | 2.3 | Workable |
| Apr | 67 | 44 | 3.8 | Workable |
| May | 76 | 55 | 5.2 | Workable |
| Jun | 86 | 65 | 4.9 | Workable |
| Jul | 90 | 69 | 4.0 | Hot |
| Aug | 89 | 67 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Sep | 81 | 58 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Oct | 69 | 45 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Nov | 55 | 33 | 1.8 | Workable |
| Dec | 44 | 24 | 1.5 | Cold |
What nearby projects cost in Topeka
Because every project leans on different trades, Topeka's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, attic insulation runs −3% and roof replacement −10%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,450 – $11,300 | −10% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,250 – $29,900 | −8% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,750 – $23,200 | −8% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $570 – $2,000 | −5% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $990 – $3,900 | −3% |
Local wages behind the labor line
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 3 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Topeka is 0.96 times the national level.
For sheet metal workers (47-2211, weighted 40%) the local median is $30.56 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $19.05 and $38.60 an hour. BLS counts 180 of them working in the area, 15.6 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 7.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
For roofers (47-2181, weighted 30%) the local median is $22.79 an hour, which is 14% below the national $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $22.69 and $30.55 an hour. BLS counts 100 of them working in the area, 8.6 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 8.7), so the local bench is about average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 30% of the weighting: a median of $22.15 an hour, in line with the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.78 and $23.66 an hour. About 810 work in the metro. That is 70.0 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the sheet metal workers on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($38.60 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $110. At the 25th percentile ($19.05) it shrinks by about $160. The total moves by 4.3% or 6.2%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 115,750 jobs in the Topeka area. That makes it the 188th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.07% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 40% | $19.05 | $30.56 | $38.60 | $29.71 | 1.03 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 30% | $22.69 | $22.79 | $30.55 | $26.65 | 0.86 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $17.78 | $22.15 | $23.66 | $22.66 | 0.98 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.96 | |||||
Cost by quality level and size in Topeka
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Topeka wages and prices. They overlap on purpose: a good standard job and a modest premium job can cost the same. The grid below prices the same bands at 3 common sizes.
Basic
$1,200 to $2,300
Vinyl or sectional aluminum, single story
Standard
$2,050 to $3,150
Seamless aluminum K-style, standard downspouts
Premium
$2,850 to $3,950
Steel or copper, two stories, custom length
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (120 linear ft) | $910 – $1,750 | $1,550 – $2,400 | $2,200 – $3,000 |
| average house (160 linear ft) | $1,200 – $2,300 | $2,050 – $3,150 | $2,850 – $3,950 |
| large house (240 linear ft) | $1,850 – $3,450 | $3,050 – $4,650 | $4,250 – $5,850 |
Specs and site conditions that change a Topeka bid
Material
Vinyl is $8-$12 per linear foot installed and aluminum $10-$20. Steel and copper run higher (HomeGuide).
Seamless
Seamless costs $3-$5+ more per linear foot than sectional, but has fewer places to leak.
Stories
Two-story homes add $1-$3 per linear foot for ladders and fall protection.
Topeka against nearby metros and the rest of Kansas
Contractors rarely work more than an hour or two from home, so the neighboring metros set a rough ceiling and floor for your quotes. Midpoints for 160 linear ft range from $2,400 to $2,800 across Topeka and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Topeka, KSthis page | $1,200 – $3,950 | $2,600 | |
| Kansas City, MO75 miles | $1,350 – $4,300 | $2,800 | +9% |
| Wichita, KS125 miles | $1,150 – $3,800 | $2,450 | −5% |
| Lincoln, NE135 miles | $1,200 – $3,900 | $2,550 | −3% |
| Joplin, MO150 miles | $1,100 – $3,700 | $2,400 | −7% |
| Omaha, NE155 miles | $1,250 – $4,100 | $2,700 | +4% |
| Kansas (statewide) | $1,200 – $3,950 | $2,600 | −1% |
| United States | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | +6% |
Across 300 US metros, Topeka comes in at #171 from the top. The priciest is San Francisco, CA at $3,450; the cheapest is Longview, TX at $2,350 (midpoints, 160 linear ft). Statewide, Topeka is 1% above the Kansas figure.
Other Kansas metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita, KS | 308,570 jobs | $1,150 – $3,800 | $2,450 | −5% |
Cities with a workforce like Topeka's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Topeka against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus, GA | 116,380 jobs | $1,100 – $3,750 | $2,400 | −7% |
| Tyler, TX | 115,220 jobs | $1,100 – $3,750 | $2,450 | −6% |
| Longview, TX | 118,060 jobs | $1,050 – $3,600 | $2,350 | −10% |
| Charlottesville, VA | 114,780 jobs | $1,150 – $3,900 | $2,550 | −2% |
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Gutters in Topeka: your questions
+How much does it cost to install gutters in Topeka?
For 160 linear ft, expect $1,200 to $3,950 in the Topeka area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,050 to $3,150. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for gutters in Topeka?
About $7.60 to $23.50 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $0 to $180 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $8 to $25.
+Is gutters cheaper in Topeka or Kansas City?
Kansas City is 75 miles away. The midpoint for 160 linear ft there is $2,800, which is 9% more than Topeka ($2,600). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Topeka?
About 39% at the midpoint, or $1,000 out of $2,600. Materials are 58% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 38%.
+What would average house (160 linear ft) cost in Topeka?
$1,200 to $3,950. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does gutters need a permit in Topeka?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $0 to $180 for fees in the Topeka area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Topeka expensive for gutters compared with the rest of Kansas?
Topeka is 1% above the Kansas statewide estimate ($2,600 at the midpoint). We cover 2 metros in Kansas; see the state page to compare them.
+What do sheet metal workers earn in Topeka?
The BLS median is $30.56 an hour in the Topeka area, compared with $29.71 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $19.05 to $38.60.
+What do basic and premium gutters work cost in Topeka?
For 160 linear ft, basic work runs $1,200 to $2,300 and premium work $2,850 to $3,950. Basic means: vinyl or sectional aluminum, single story. Premium means: steel or copper, two stories, custom length.
+When is the best time to install gutters in Topeka?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are February through June and August through November. February and November are typically the driest of those months. Local contractors' schedules matter as much as the weather, so book early for the busy months.
Gutters near Topeka
Where these numbers come from
Base prices are national ranges from the sources below. We scale labor by local BLS wages, materials by BEA goods prices and permits by the BEA all-items price level. Full method on the methodology page.
- HomeGuide: How Much Does Gutter Installation Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- Home Genius Exteriors: How Much Does Gutter Installation Cost? (accessed November 4, 2026)
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, 1991-2020
Note on derived figures: Materials = installed range minus the $4-$9 per linear foot labor figure from Home Genius Exteriors.